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Comment by SamBam

The article was skimpy on the details. Can someone explain how this part works?

> The new gene therapy [...] works by inserting into the body working copies of the genes that are faulty in MLD, thus restoring the ability to break down sulfatides.

How does the new copy of the gene get into every existing cell that needs it? A virus?

parent SamBam 3 years ago

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